Tactical Air Control Party Airmen train at JBSA-Camp Bullis

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airman with Detachment 2, 6th Combat Training Squadron, practiced target shooting with the M4 during small arms training at Joint San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, on April 8, 2026.

TACP small arms training is a critical component of the 12-week course, focuses on combat readiness, featuring weapon retention, target engagement under pressure, and combat field skills, preparing Airmen to operate effectively in combat environments.

Training emphasizes weapon retention, transition, and marksmanship under high-stress conditions to prepare for integrating air power with ground maneuver units.